Research Technician II (Pharmacology and Toxicology) (Part Time)(Multiple Positions) UPDATED
Posting Number
req17559
Department
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Department Website Link
Location
UAHS - Tucson
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
Please Note: The number of openings has changed from 1 to 2. The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, Pharmacology and Toxicology Department seeks a Research Technician for the lab of Dr. Xinglong Wang. The Wang lab focuses on Alzheimer's disease research. The successful candidate will assist with setting up experiments, recording data, ordering supplies, and operating scientific equipment.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lab staff and graduate students on a variety of translational research projects. Set up experiments, record results, analyze data, and interpret test results.

• Assist with the maintenance of mouse models for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

• Clean, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot scientific equipment. Orders and maintains necessary lab supplies for experiments.

• Performs protein isolation and purification under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in medical, biology, chemistry, or related field.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
28
Job FTE
0.70
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$16.50 - $18.50
Compensation Type
hourly rate
Grade
3
Career Stream and Level
OC2
Job Family
Research & Lab
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
2
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Xinglong Wang | xlwang@arizona.edu
Open Date
9/7/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.